Updated 4:21 pm, Friday, September 14, 2012

The completely remodeled kitchen features a restaurant-grade BlueStar stove, Cambria quartz countertops, a breakfast bar for four and a large walk-in pantry.

The completely remodeled kitchen features a restaurant-grade BlueStar stove, Cambria quartz countertops, a breakfast bar for four and a large walk-in pantry.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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An open living room and dining area connect to the kitchen.

An open living room and dining area connect to the kitchen.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The living room is centered on a fireplace and topped with recessed lighting.

The living room is centered on a fireplace and topped with recessed lighting.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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A view of the upper-level exterior of the home from the back deck.

A view of the upper-level exterior of the home from the back deck.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The terraced backyard features newly planted citrus and olive trees surrounding a flagstone patio in addition to a flat, grassy play area. There's also room for gardening.

The terraced backyard features newly planted citrus and olive trees surrounding a flagstone patio in addition to a flat, grassy play area. There's also room for gardening.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The kitchen features a restaurant-grade BlueStar stove, Cambria quartz countertops, and a large walk-in pantry.

The kitchen features a restaurant-grade BlueStar stove, Cambria quartz countertops, and a large walk-in pantry.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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A highlight of the kitchen is the restaurant-grade BlueStar stove.

A highlight of the kitchen is the restaurant-grade BlueStar stove.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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Wide windows near the dining area boast scenic views.

Wide windows near the dining area boast scenic views.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The kitchen has plenty of pantry space.

The kitchen has plenty of pantry space.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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Another highlight of the home's remodel is the master bath, which includes a six-foot volcanic limestone tub with matching sinks.

Another highlight of the home's remodel is the master bath, which includes a six-foot volcanic limestone tub with matching sinks.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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In the master bedroom, the vanity top, with dual sinks, and shower bench are Cambria quartz. The Italian ceramic-tile floor offers radiant heat.

In the master bedroom, the vanity top, with dual sinks, and shower bench are Cambria quartz. The Italian ceramic-tile floor offers radiant heat.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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One of the home's two full bathrooms.

One of the home's two full bathrooms.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The home's half bathroom.

The home's half bathroom.

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The terraced backyard includes a patio and a flat grassy area.

The terraced backyard includes a patio and a flat grassy area.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The backyard features a flat, grassy play area plus room for gardening.

The backyard features a flat, grassy play area plus room for gardening.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The home's third bedroom.

The home's third bedroom.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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There are view from nearly every room in the Berkeley property.

There are view from nearly every room in the Berkeley property.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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A lower level living area has exterior access.

A lower level living area has exterior access.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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One of three bedrooms in the home.

One of three bedrooms in the home.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The property has three bedrooms.

The property has three bedrooms.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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A lower level living area in the 2,470-square-foot home.

A lower level living area in the 2,470-square-foot home.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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This Contemporary in North Berkeley offers expansive views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate bridge from nearly every room.

This Contemporary in North Berkeley offers expansive views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate bridge from nearly every room.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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Just off the kitchen, a deck offers panoramic views.

Just off the kitchen, a deck offers panoramic views.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The kitchen also has a built-in office nook.

The kitchen also has a built-in office nook.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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The contemporary home at 956 Spruce St. in Berkeley spans 2,470 square feet and includes three bedrooms and 2.5-bathrooms. The price is $1.195 million.

The contemporary home at 956 Spruce St. in Berkeley spans 2,470 square feet and includes three bedrooms and 2.5-bathrooms. The price is $1.195 million.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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Another view of the home's patio.

Another view of the home's patio.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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Newly planted citrus and olive trees surround a flagstone patio.

Newly planted citrus and olive trees surround a flagstone patio.

Photo: Rich Anderson

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Kitchen is the highlight of remodeled home in North Berkeley

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956 Spruce St., Berkeley - $1.195 million

The basics: Renovated from roof to foundation, this Contemporary in North Berkeley offers expansive views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge from nearly every room.

"It is an absolute art piece," said listing agent Kathleen Wilson. "The owner took this home down to the studs and rebuilt with a lavish chef's kitchen and magazine-quality master bath. The wide-open floor plan, abundant natural light and expansive views of the bay create the impression of a luxury beach home and tranquil retreat."

Wilson said the kitchen was designed with the serious cook in mind. It features a restaurant-grade BlueStar stove, Cambria quartz countertops, a breakfast bar for four and a large walk-in pantry.

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